Miss Bridget Plunkett

Career Summary

Biography

Bridget Plunkett is an Associate Lecturer in Nutrition & Dietetics at the University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health (UONDRH), in Port Macquarie. Her role enables her to support undergraduate Nutrition and Dietetic students in their final year of study, to complete their placement in a rural setting. She also works concurrently in private practice and within an aboriginal medical service. Bridget graduated from the University of Wollongong with a Master’s of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation) in 2010. She is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) and as well as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). Throughout her career, Bridget has gained extensive experience in management of chronic diseases including diabetes, cardiovascular disease and gastrointestinal disease. She has particular interest in nutrition and exercise management of bariatric surgery patients and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health.

Qualifications

Master of Science, University of Wollongong

Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science & Nutrition), University of Wollongong

Fields of Research

Code

Description

Percentage

111199

Nutrition and Dietetics not elsewhere classified

100

Professional Experience

UON Appointment

Title

Organisation / Department

Associate Lecturer Nutrition & Dietetics

University of NewcastleUniversity of Newcastle Department of Rural HealthAustralia